Environmental Health & Safety Director
Job Description
ABOUT HELIENE
Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet.
Heliene has taken the challenge to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, by striving to be a leader in renewable energy. We are a manufacturer of high efficiency and high-quality solar modules. Our modules are produced on state-of-the-art solar manufacturing lines in Ontario-Canada, Minnesota-USA, and at manufacturing partners around the world.
Customer First is more than a slogan. It’s the guiding principle of our business, a core value, and the cornerstone of our company culture.
WHY JOIN HELIENE
We are looking for talented and motivated people that want to help us shape the solar industry. Under an experienced leadership team, we provide growth opportunities, intellectual challenge and a flexible, collaborative company culture.
We offer comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries; paid time off; health, dental, vision and life insurance; as well as retirement plans.
THE POSITION
Job Title:
Environmental Health and Safety Director
Position Status:
Permanent, Full Time
Department:
Operations
Supervision Received:
SVP of Operations
Supervision Exercised:
EHS Manager, Health and Safety Specialist, Coordinators, Contractors
Location:
Rogers, MN with regular travel to Mountain Iron, MN and Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Canada
A.
Establish and Maintain Health and Safety Programming
40%
B.
Leadership and Mentorship
25%
C.
Training and Development
15%
D.
E.
Establish and Maintain Emergency Preparedness Programming
Other Duties as Assigned
10%
10%
TOTAL
100%
Reporting to the SVP of Operations, the Environmental Health and Safety Director is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment for all Heliene Facilities. The Director of Environmental Health and Safety is required to know and comply with State, Provincial, and Federal laws as they apply to Health and Safety in the Workplace. They are responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining policies and procedures related to health, safety, and environmental concerns. They will be required to continuously shift priorities to meet the position's changing demands and are expected to display a high standard of diplomacy, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develops, implements, administers, and maintains applicable health, safety, and environmental programs.
- Develops and implements accident investigation programs and procedures to ensure work related injuries are reported and investigated to prevent reoccurrences. Including performing accident investigations as required.
- Support the H&S Team during onsite investigations and identify possible causes of the accident and find plausible solutions to avoid future accidents.
- Ensures that all systems and programs (including being fully trained) are ISO, OSHA OHSA, EPA, and MPCA compliant.
- Leads the EH&S Team to ensure strong communication and ability to support the entire organization across both Canada and the US.
- Develops and facilitates (as required) health, safety, and environmental training as required by state, provincial or federal legislation.
- Leads the implementation of emergency response programs including life/safety, fire protection, and emergency evacuation procedures.
- Act as a liaison between management and external safety agencies, such as fire, police, Ministry, and insurance personnel as required.
- Report monthly, quarterly, annual, safety performance measurements and prepare safety performance reports/presentations as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Human Resources or delegate.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field, health, and safety certification, with seven (7) years’ experience working within state, provincial, and federal safety requirements, at least four (4) years of supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience required.
- Excellent understanding of OSHA and OHSA, including experience working closely with external inspectors and regulators.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to speak and present to the public as required.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time while meeting deadlines.
- Interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective professional relationships with employees and project managers.
- Understanding of how to read blueprints and other construction plans preferred.
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to train, motivate and provide constructive feedback as required.
- Ability to problem solve and assess and mitigate risk as required.
- Experience with PowerPoint, Excel and auditor safety software.
- Experience working at an automated manufacturing facility is an asset.
- Must have a valid passport and ability to travel internationally.
- CSP, CHSM, CHD, RIOH, or other professional designation is a strong asset.
Salary Range: $110,000 to $150,000 Annually
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to the Careers Center.
Please access Heliene’s Career Center by using this link: Careers Center.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.
Heliene is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization and is an equal-opportunity employer. Heliene invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from equity-deserving groups, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Currently, Heliene USA is not accepting applicants that require sponsorship.